Ruth Werner

Apply anatomy and physiology concepts to improve your manual therapy practice. To maximize treatment outcomes from manual therapy, you must understand both anatomy and the physiological response of the body to various techniques. The Anatomy and Physiology of Sports Massage guides you through this process by combining anatomical landmarks for palpation with the function of the muscles to help you pair specific treatment techniques with the intended response. You'll get guidance on different types of manual therapies and their role in recovery from exercise as well as in treating and preventing chronic musculoskeletal injuries. Photos throughout the book demonstrate hands-on treatments for each area of the body and are overlaid with anatomical illustrations, making it easy to pinpoint the muscles targeted by each therapy. The massage treatments are accompanied by explanations of how to perform the techniques, and descriptions of each muscle outline the origin, insertion, and action of the muscle at the joint, along with stressor considerations that are important to take into account as you work with an athlete. Other features include advice on considerations for sports massage, such as avoiding lotions in certain scenarios, and Why Do We Care? sidebars that reiterate the practical benefits for athletes or clients. Additional information about the types and benefits of self-care treatments is also included: Compressive massage tools, such as foam rollers Decompression items, such as therapeutic tape Percussive techniques that use vibration, such as a massage gun Hydrotherapy that uses hot or cold water, such as saunas or cold plunges The Anatomy and Physiology of Sports Massage helps you understand the why behind many of the techniques and responses seen in manual therapy. Whether you are a seasoned clinician, a clinical instructor, an educator, or a student, there is value in reviewing your practice to ensure that you are providing the best possible therapies and techniques that match desired client outcomes. Earn continuing education credits/units! A continuing education exam that uses this book is also available. It may be purchased separately or as part of a package that includes both the book and exam.

A MASSAGE THERAPIST?S GUIDE TO PATHOLOGY is a highly regarded, comprehensive resource that sets the standard for pathology instruction and provides a comprehensive review of the etiology, signs, symptoms and treatment of over 500 diseases and disorders. Focused on evidence-informed massage therapy, students will be prepared to make choices that benefit their clients. Students will acquire knowledge and critical-thinking skills to positively impact healing processes, independently or with a team. A MASSAGE THERAPIST?S GUIDE TO PATHOLOGY makes pathology relatable, fascinating and understandable. Practical reference tables summarize the benefits, risks and massage therapy options for each condition.

Now in vibrant full color, this fully updated and revised Fourth Edition of Scheumann's The Balanced Body: A Guide to the Integrated Deep Tissue Therapy System reflects the latest research in the field and brings a beloved technique manual up to date with current standards for evidence-informed practice. This user-friendly resource helps students develop a clear understanding of a sequential, progressive bodywork approach for the entire body. The Fourth Edition retains the original book’s innovative approach to the integration of a variety of massage therapy approaches and adds new material that brings Scheumann’s work into a modern context. New sections on research, updates on recent pain and fascia science, updated coverage of pathologies, and new material on client endangerment work, along with an enhanced array of teaching and learning resources, make The Balanced Body an important resource for both new and seasoned massage therapists.

Now in vibrant full color, this fully updated and revised Fourth Edition of Scheumann's The Balanced Body: A Guide to the Integrated Deep Tissue Therapy System reflects the latest research in the field and brings a beloved technique manual up to date with current standards for evidence-informed practice. This user-friendly resource helps students develop a clear understanding of a sequential, progressive bodywork approach for the entire body. The Fourth Edition retains the original book's innovative approach to the integration of a variety of massage therapy approaches and adds new material that brings Scheumann's work into a modern context. New sections on research, updates on recent pain and fascia science, updated coverage of pathologies, and new material on client endangerment work, along with an enhanced array of teaching and learning resources, make The Balanced Body an important resource for both new and seasoned massage therapists.

Now in vibrant full color, this fully updated and revised 4th Edition of Scheumann's The Balanced Body: A Guide to the Integrated Deep Tissue Therapy System reflects the latest research in the field and brings a beloved technique manual up to date with current standards for evidence-informed practice.This user-friendly resource helps students develop a clear understanding of a sequential, progressive bodywork approach for the entire body. The 4th Edition retains the original book’s innovative approach to the integration of a variety of massage therapy approaches and adds new material that brings Scheumann’s work into a modern context.New sections on research, updates on recent pain and fascia science, updated coverage of pathologies, and new material on client endangerment work, along with an enhanced array of teaching and learning resources, make The Balanced Body an important resource for both new and seasoned massage therapists.New Postural Evaluation charts provide photographs of real-life clients along with basic questions that help readers identify important patterns and apply concepts.New Endangerment Site drawings show areas of the body that require specific caution or care when doing massage therapy.Revised and updated coverage on the role and latest research of fascia and pain science is integrated throughout.New Pathology sections describe conditions or diseases that may impact bodywork choices for specific areas.New in-book learning tools , including chapter objectives and postural evaluation guides, help students master the material and make the book easier to use. A new pathology appendix provides more detail on relevant pathologic situations.A new trigger point appendix provides trigger point charts for each body region.New Cautionary Notes alert readers to special cases and situations.A new full-color design clarifies key points and helps readers deepen their understanding of human anatomy as it relates to massage.New test questions coordinate with ELAP guidelines.Online videos feature the book’s original author, Don Scheumann, demonstrating the how-to’s of key techniques.Session Impressions help students build critical thinking skills as they apply chapter material to real-world massage therapy scenarios.Essential Anatomyboxes cover the crucial anatomical information that students must master before learning a technique.Routinessections clarify the specific techniques to use when working on different areas of the body.Holistic Perspective sidebars examine how culture, beliefs, and emotions may contribute to postural and movement patterns.